5 Sustainable Hotels in Europe with Seriously Good Breakfasts

If you travel for food (but also care about the planet), you know the ultimate win is a hotel that nails both sustainability and a breakfast spread you’ll be dreaming about long after checkout. And yes—those hotels do exist.

From mountaintop treehouses to vineyard-side retreats, we’ve handpicked five places that get it right. These aren’t just hotels that happen to have a green label slapped on—these are the kind of stays where local sourcing, low-waste systems, and authentic food culture come together in the best way possible. And the breakfast? Well, let’s just say you’ll want to wake up early.

1. Biohotel Grafenast – Tyrol, Austria

This charming mountain escape in the Austrian Alps is quietly ahead of the curve when it comes to eco-conscious hospitality. Grafenast is family-run, deeply rooted in the surrounding nature, and certified organic. Everything about the experience feels thoughtful—from the architecture that blends into the forest, to the zero-waste philosophy and focus on slow, mindful living.

The breakfast buffet is generous without being wasteful. Expect homemade breads, locally sourced alpine cheese, fresh fruit, herbal teas from their own garden, and eggs from nearby farms. You’ll eat with mountain views all around you, in a space that feels both grounded and peaceful.

If you're craving a slower pace and clean, nourishing food to start the day, this one delivers.

2. The Scarlet – Cornwall, UK

Perched high on the cliffs above the Atlantic, The Scarlet is one of the UK’s most eco-conscious coastal hotels. It's adult-only, design-forward, and committed to sustainability through and through—think natural building materials, solar panels, and a strict no-plastics policy.

Their breakfast might be one of the most underrated foodie experiences in England. Locally smoked fish, homemade granola, eggs from nearby farms, and coastal ingredients you’ve probably never tasted before. Even the view feels nourishing.

Come for the sea breeze, stay for the locally baked bread with seaweed butter. Trust us.

3. Borgo Pignano – Tuscany, Italy

Borgo Pignano is what happens when you mix Tuscan serenity with modern sustainability. Set on a vast organic estate, everything here—from the olive oil to the honey—is made onsite. The breakfasts are bright, simple, and deeply Italian: homemade pastries, sheep’s milk yogurt, figs fresh off the tree, and eggs so orange they practically glow.

It’s the kind of place where breakfast feels like a ritual, not a rush. You'll want to sip your espresso slowly while soaking up the view of rolling hills and wild herbs. And because everything is made with care (and zero waste in mind), it’s a stay that feeds both the body and conscience.

4. Manon les Suites – Copenhagen, Denmark

If you’re craving a vibrant stay with a touch of jungle vibes right in the heart of a European capital, Manon les Suites delivers. This Copenhagen gem is part eco-hotel, part wellness escape—tucked inside a restored building with bold design, a rooftop sauna, and a central courtyard pool that looks like it was made for slow mornings.

The breakfast? It’s organic, fresh, and full of color. Think chia puddings, homemade rye bread, Danish cheeses, locally roasted coffee, and plant-based options that feel just as indulgent. Everything is served buffet-style but thoughtfully curated, with a strong zero-waste mindset.

If you want to feel both energized and at ease before heading out to explore Copenhagen, this is your place.

5. Les Sources de Caudalie – Bordeaux, France

A vineyard retreat where you can spa, sleep, and sip wine without compromising your values. Les Sources de Caudalie is rooted in sustainability, from geothermal energy and a zero-waste approach to their use of reclaimed materials throughout the property.

And the breakfast? A dreamy French feast. Croissants so flaky they dissolve, truffled scrambled eggs, fresh-pressed juices, and cheeses you’ll wish you could smuggle home. Most of it comes from their on-site organic garden or trusted nearby farms.

It’s elegant without being formal, and every bite feels like an invitation to slow down.

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